On September 19, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $223 million in net inflows, mainly driven by BlackRock’s IBIT with $246 million. Spot Ethereum ETFs added $47.75 million, entirely led by BlackRock’s ETHA, which posted a significant single-day inflow of $144 million. These inflows reflect strong institutional interest and growing confidence in crypto assets, particularly in …
Three major whales have scooped up a total of 14.36 million $ASTER tokens, investing $10.87 million in recent hours. Notably, wallet 0x04EA withdrew 7.04 million $ASTER ($4.66M), while 0xe1Da took out 5.1 million $ASTER ($4.1M). Meanwhile, 0x841D swapped in 2.22 million $APX, then withdrew 2.22 million $ASTER ($2.11M). This intense whale accumulation is fueling speculation …
Vanguard Group, managing $10 trillion in assets, has increased its investment in Metaplanet by purchasing over $50 million worth of Bitcoin through the treasury company. Vanguard now holds 12.44 million shares in Metaplanet, reflecting growing institutional interest in cryptocurrencies. Metaplanet continues to expand its Bitcoin holdings, positioning itself as one of the largest publicly traded …
Trading has officially started for Grayscale’s Digital Large Cap Fund, which includes Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), XRP, Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA). This fund offers investors a simple way to gain exposure to multiple large-cap cryptocurrencies through a single product. The launch marks a significant step as it provides easy access to leading digital assets, …
YZi Labs, formerly Binance Labs, is increasing its investment in Ethena Labs to help grow the use of USDe on centralized and decentralized platforms and expand into the BNB Chain. They are also supporting the development of new stablecoin products, USDtb and Converge. Ethena’s total value locked (TVL) has surpassed $13 billion, reflecting strong adoption …
Trust Wallet has teamed up with Kraken and Backed to offer direct access to tokenized US equities through xStocks. This partnership allows Trust Wallet’s 200 million users to buy, sell, and hold 60 different tokenized stocks using local fiat currencies. The integration supports multiple blockchains, including Solana, BNB Chain, Tron, and Ethereum, making tokenized equities …
Crypto.com has partnered with Sei Network to provide secure custody solutions tailored for institutional clients. This collaboration ensures enhanced safety and compliance for Sei’s digital assets under Crypto.com’s trusted custody platform. Institutional investors can now confidently manage Sei Network assets with robust security and regulatory standards, further enabling growth and adoption of Sei’s ecosystem among …
Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of Solana, warned there’s a 50/50 chance that quantum computing could break Bitcoin’s cryptography by 2030. Speaking at the All-In Summit 2025, he urged the Bitcoin community to quickly adopt quantum-resistant technology to protect wallets and transactions, as quantum breakthroughs may happen sooner than expected. This shift will require a major update, …
Michigan’s Bitcoin Reserve bill (HB 4087) is gaining traction again after stalling since February. The measure has advanced to a second reading in the House and is now with the Committee on Government Operations. The bill seeks to let the state invest up to 10% of its funds in cryptocurrency, signaling a potential shift toward …
Ethereum developers have confirmed the rollout plan for the Fusaka upgrade during the ACDC 165 call. The upgrade will launch on Holesky testnet October 1, followed by Sepolia on October 14, Hoodi on October 28, and mainnet on December 3. After activation, blob capacity will expand in two steps, increasing from 6/9 to 10/15 in …
Plasma, a Tether-backed stablecoin project, is set to launch its mainnet Beta and Token Generation Event (TGE) on September 25. The project has already raised $27.5 million in public funding. Earlier, Binance introduced the XPLUSDT pre-market perpetual contract linked to Plasma. This new launch aims to offer fast, gasless USDT payments with strong security, targeting …
The Government of Laos plans to use its surplus hydropower to start Bitcoin mining, aiming to generate new income and manage the country’s rising debt. With excess electricity from numerous hydropower projects, Laos hopes to convert this resource into economic growth and financial stability. This strategy also encourages local investment in the digital asset sector, …
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has warned crypto projects about North Korean hackers using four main tactics: posing as job applicants for developer, security, or finance roles; sending malware disguised as updates or sample code during fake interviews; embedding malicious links in customer support requests; and bribing employees or vendors for sensitive data. CZ urged …
BNB has surged past the $1,000 mark for the first time in its history, marking a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency. This milestone reflects strong market confidence fueled by Binance’s global dominance, growing institutional interest, and expanding use cases within the Binance ecosystem. BNB’s price rally comes amid a broad altcoin season, supported by high …
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is in Washington, DC, working hard to pass new crypto market structure legislation. His goal is to create clear rules that support innovation, protect consumers, and prevent future regulators like former SEC Chair Gary Gensler from overreaching. Armstrong sees strong bipartisan support for the bill and believes it will help build …
The U.S. SEC has approved new listing standards that simplify the process for launching spot crypto ETFs under the ’33 Act. Cryptocurrencies with listed futures on Coinbase, currently about 12 to 15 coins, will now qualify automatically, removing the need for separate case-by-case approvals. This change streamlines regulatory procedures, cutting delays and hurdles, while opening …
South Korea’s BDACS has rolled out KRW1, the nation’s first Korean won-backed stablecoin, built on the Avalanche blockchain. Fully collateralized with won deposits at Woori Bank, KRW1 offers a secure and transparent bridge between traditional finance and blockchain. Its launch, following a successful proof of concept, marks a key step in Korea’s digital finance evolution, …
DBS Bank has joined hands with Franklin Templeton and Ripple to list Franklin Templeton’s tokenized U.S. dollar money market fund, sgBENJI, alongside Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin on the DBS Digital Exchange. This collaboration gives accredited and institutional investors access to trading and lending services powered by tokenized assets and stablecoins. By merging banking, asset management, and …
Starting in 2026, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will officially regulate crypto firms, adapting traditional financial rules to fit the unique crypto market. The FCA plans to ease some standard requirements for crypto companies while tightening rules in areas like cybersecurity and consumer protection. This balanced approach aims to promote innovation, maintain market trust, …
Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FORD) announced a $4 billion at-the-market (ATM) equity offering program, giving the company a flexible way to raise capital. The funds will support its Solana treasury strategy, corporate needs, and growth plans. This new program allows Forward Industries to raise money efficiently as opportunities arise, helping expand their digital asset holdings and …
Tokyo-based Metaplanet has raised $1.4 billion through an international share offering, including investments from sovereign wealth funds. The majority of these funds, about $1.25 billion, will be used to buy more Bitcoin, while the rest supports its Bitcoin income generation activities. This bold move strengthens Metaplanet’s position as one of the largest corporate Bitcoin holders, …
On September 16, Ethereum spot ETFs saw net outflows totaling $61.74 million, with only the Bitwise ETHW ETF posting gains. Meanwhile, Bitcoin spot ETFs experienced strong inflows of $292 million, marking seven consecutive days of investor interest. The contrasting flows highlight Bitcoin’s growing appeal as a stable investment, even as Ethereum faces short-term withdrawals. Investors …
Court documents reveal that Ashita Mishra, an outsourced Coinbase support employee in India, stole customer data starting September 2024. She took photos of sensitive info like Social Security numbers and bank details, selling them to hackers for $200 each. These hackers then used the data to scam users out of their cryptocurrency. The breach affected …
Google has launched a new open-source AI payments protocol that supports stablecoins alongside traditional credit card payments. Partnering with Coinbase, Salesforce, and other crypto firms including the Ethereum Foundation, the scheme makes it easier for AI apps to send and receive payments securely. This initiative aims to boost seamless, agent-to-agent transactions in the growing AI …
SharpLink announced the repurchase of 1 million shares of SBET as part of its $1.5 billion buyback program, bringing total shares repurchased to 1,938,450. As of September 14, the company holds 838,152 ETH, valued at about $3.86 billion. Since June 2, SharpLink has earned 3,240 ETH in staking rewards. The firm remains debt-free, increasing its …
Circle has launched native USDC and the upgraded CCTP V2 on HyperEVM, the high-speed chain within the Hyperliquid ecosystem. This lets developers, traders, and institutions access USDC directly on HyperEVM and make seamless cross-chain deposits from over a dozen networks. With this upgrade, users can deposit USDC into HyperCore for trading or use it for …
Tom Lee, Chairman of BitMine, told CNBC that if the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, the biggest winners will be the Nasdaq 100, especially the Mag 7 and AI sectors, along with Bitcoin and Ethereum. He expects these assets to see a sharp rally in the next three months. Small-cap stocks and financial sectors could …
Capital B raises €58.1 million in private placement to boost Bitcoin holdings and accelerate its strategy as Europe’s first Bitcoin Treasury Company. With 2,249 BTC currently held, the funding helps strengthen the company’s balance sheet by treating Bitcoin as a long-term reserve asset. This move highlights growing institutional confidence in Bitcoin’s potential and positions Capital …
Stephen Miran, a top economic adviser to President Donald Trump, was narrowly confirmed by the U.S. Senate to join the Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors with a 48-47 vote. Miran’s appointment expands Trump’s influence over the central bank as the Fed prepares for a key interest rate meeting. He will keep his White House role …
Citigroup predicts Ethereum could end 2025 at around $4,300, slightly below its current $4,515 level. Analysts outlined a bull case of $6,400 and a bear case of $2,200. The bank noted that much of Ethereum’s recent growth is driven by Layer-2 networks, with only about 30% of activity flowing to the main chain. This leaves …